| The following summarizes some differences between a preference for introversion and a preference for extraversion: |
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Extraversion (50-70% of population) |
Introversion (30-50% of population) |
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Energized by what goes on in the outer world |
Energized by what goes on in the inner world |
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Need to talk to clarify what they think |
Need to reflect before they talk |
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Can be seen as accessible and understandable |
Can be seen as subtle and difficult to know well initially |
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Difficult for them to just sit & listen |
Work quietly without interruption |
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Often work to change the world |
Often work to understand the world |
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Interests often have breadth |
Interests often have depth |
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Interaction |
Concentration |
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Sociability |
Territoriality |
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Multiplicity of relationships |
Limited relationships |
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Expenditure of energies |
Conservation of energies |
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